Detailed Drug Information:
DRUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Ziac is a combination productcontaining: bisoprolol (Zebeta)and hydrochlorothiazide (Esidrix;Oretic).
PREPARATIONS: Tablets: 2.5mg bisoprolol/6.25mghydrochlorothiazide, 5mg bisoprolol/6.25mg hydrochlorothiazide, 10mgbisoprolol/6.25mg hydrochlorothiazide.
STORAGE: Ziac should be stored at room temperature, 59- 86°F(15-30°C) in a tight container.
PRESCRIBED FOR: Ziac is used for treating patients with highblood pressure.
DOSING: The dose of Ziac is tailored to the patient's needs.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Please see the individual drugs' articles for bisoprolol (Zebeta) andhydrochlorothiazide (Esidrix;Oretic).
PREGNANCY: There is no information about the effects of ZIAC onthe fetus in pregnant women. Physicians may elect to use Ziac if itsbenefits are deemed to outweigh potential risks.
NURSING MOTHERS: Please see the individual drugs' articles forbisoprolol (Zebeta) andhydrochlorothiazide (Esidrix;Oretic).
SIDE EFFECTS: Please see the individual drugs' articles forbisoprolol (Zebeta) andhydrochlorothiazide (Esidrix;Oretic). Since the dose of hydrochlorothiazide in Ziac is low,the risk of a reduced level of potassium in the blood is no greater thanwith placebo.
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